Archive for Tips
The Gravy Train is Over Soon
THE END IS NEAR! Just when you thought that it was safe to go back in the water… Today the Federal Reserve Board announced the final rule on loan originator compensation practices. These rules are effective April 1, 2011, to provide lenders and originators time to develop new business models, implement necessary changes to their [...]
Sitting on the Fencepost
I was listening to associate broker Rey Post the other day, talking about his aunt Hazie giving him advice as a youth when he had tough choices to make. Aunt Hazie would say, ” If you sit on a fence too long, you are bound to get splinters!” Listen to your mentors, Santa Fe Buyers. [...]
Where is the best margarita in Santa Fe?
Since today is Friday the 13th, it seems appropriate to let you in on a big secret here in little ole Santa Fe, New Mexico. Where is the best margarita in Santa Fe? The answer to your secret lies on Cordova Road, in a white adobe building. There stands Maria’s, home to 111 types of [...]
Santa Fe in Top Rising US Home Markets
Housing Markets That Will Be Strongest by 2014 By Venessa Wong, Bloomberg Businessweek Aug 4, 2010 Provided by:
Travel & Leisure ranks Santa Fe
Santa Fe has been named the 5th best city in the United States and Canada for the third consecutive year; according to Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Awards reader’s poll. Santa Fe Hotels also rank well in the poll. Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is ranked fourth on the list of top 10 small city [...]
Santa Fe Real Estate Stats July 2010
The latest MLS statistics indicate a surge in Santa Fe home sales – from 214 units in the 2nd Quarter of 2009 to 299 units in the 2nd Quarter 2010. That is a 29% jump in home sales! For home buyers this means our small Santa Fe home inventories will shrink sooner rather than later, [...]
High Cost GREEN Upgrades
After you have improved your home with low and medium cost GREEN upgrades, move onto to the high cost GREEN upgrades that will save you even more money, energy, and reduce your carbon footprint. – Buy ENERGY STAR appliances – Replace windows with double pane, low-e models – Replace roof with reusable / recyclable materials [...]
Medium Cost GREEN Upgrades
Save yourself money and energy in your home. Also save the earth from your carbon footprint and more global warming by improving your home with the projects below. – Conduct a home and office energy audit – Tune up HVAC – Replace carpet wit no VOC carpet – Replace hardwood flooring with bamboo or cork [...]
Low Cost Green Upgrades
It is time for everyone to save energy, save money, and reduce your carbon footprint. Start with the items below and stay tuned for more GREEN tips. – Use CFC or LED light bulbs – Install low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators – Start a compost pile – Plant trees – Insulate hot water heater [...]
Finance Options in Santa Fe
THINGS THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW MORTGAGE RATES CONTINUE TO DECLINE: As of July 16, the 30-year fixed rate has dropped to 4.375%, the lowest rate since 1960. On a $300,000 loan, every .125% drop in rate saves the borrower $31.25/month. In the last month, rates have dropped .625%. A 5/1 ARM will cost 3.375%. If [...]
